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How do you cross Victoria Falls?

The Victoria Falls Bridge is located outside of Victoria Falls National Park. To walk across the bridge, park in the lot across from the main entrance to the park, make a right out of the parking lot, and walk ten minutes down the road toward the bridge.



In 2026, the primary and most iconic way to cross between the Zimbabwean and Zambian sides of Victoria Falls is via the Victoria Falls Bridge. This historic steel arch bridge spans the Zambezi River and serves as a major pedestrian and vehicular border crossing. Travelers can walk across the bridge, which takes about 20 minutes, offering spectacular views of the gorge and the "smoke" from the falls. For a seamless experience, many tourists utilize the KAZA UniVisa, which in 2026 costs roughly $50 and allows for multiple entries between both countries for 30 days. Alternatively, you can take a taxi or a pre-arranged shuttle from Victoria Falls town (Zimbabwe) to Livingstone (Zambia). While the walk is highly recommended for the views, you must ensure your passport is stamped at the immigration offices located at either end of the bridge before proceeding.

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The entrance to the actual Victoria Falls in the National Park is situated at the end of the main street, close to the town centre.
  1. Car Hire. While a car rental is always an option, it might be an expense best spent elsewhere. ...
  2. Taxi. ...
  3. Walking. ...
  4. Hotel or Tour Operator Shuttle. ...
  5. Bicycles. ...
  6. Bamba Bus. ...
  7. Scooter Hire. ...
  8. Tours & Activities.


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In an ideal world, we would suggest you stay on one side of the Falls then cross via the Victoria Falls Bridge for to visit the Falls from the other side during your stay. This is easy to arrange either before you travel or whilst you are away, and full day tours covering both sides of the falls are immensely popular.

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If you want the best of both worlds, you can easily get across the border via Victoria Falls Bridge. All you'll need is your passport and a double / multiple entry visa, which you can purchase at the border control (your guide or transfer agent generally expedites this for you).

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The Zimbabwean side of Victoria Falls has 75% more viewing points, and gives an overall better perspective of the falls. In all seasons it is a great view, but if you are travelling at the end of Dry season then the Zimbabwean side is the side to pick since Zambia's views are particularly minimal.

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To make the most of your time here, you will want to visit for at least two days. Even if your time is limited, you can make your trip to the falls an exciting memory that will last a lifetime. To enjoy Victoria Falls to the fullest, plan for three or four days.

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It is possible to swim in the rock pools right underneath the waterfalls at certain times of the year ('low water'). This is an unforgettable adventure right in the heart of one of the most beautiful places on earth! WHAT'S INCLUDED? All equipment (helmet, paddle, rafts etc.)

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The sheer size of Victoria also makes it a more grandiose site than Niagara, with the surface area twice as big than that of its rival – so there's much more to see as you travel around the falls' perimeter.

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When is the Best Time to Visit Victoria Falls? The best time to visit Victoria Falls is from February to May, directly after the summer rains, when you'll see the world's largest sheet of falling water flowing at its greatest volume.

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It is possible to swim in the rock pools right underneath the waterfalls at certain times of the year ('low water'). This is an unforgettable adventure right in the heart of one of the most beautiful places on earth!

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Here are some fascinating facts which may surprise you, or simply encourage you to see the area for yourself.
  • IT IS THE LARGEST WATERFALL IN THE WORLD. ...
  • VICTORIA FALLS IS PART OF THE ZAMBEZI RIVER. ...
  • IT IS FOUND IN TWO NATIONAL PARKS. ...
  • ITS ENGLISH NAME WAS CHOSEN BY DAVID LIVINGSTONE. ...
  • YOU CAN SEE THE FALLS FROM TWO COUNTRIES.


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Yellow fever vaccination certificate required for travellers aged 9 months or over arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission and for travellers having transited for more than 12 hours through an airport of a country with risk of yellow fever transmission.

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